Despatch/Warehouse Operative - Alpha Manufacturing

Despatch/Warehouse Operative - Alpha Manufacturing, Pasturefields Lane, Hixon

Job Details

• Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
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• Application End Date:
• Location: Pasturefields Lane, Hixon
• State/County: Staffordshire
• Zip Code: ST18 0PH
• Country: United Kingdom
• Work Style: On-site
• Industry: Engineering services
• Category: Engineering
• Position: Other engineering
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Description

Despatch/Warehouse Operative (Counterbalance FLT)

Staffordshire | Morning Shift: 6:00am - 2:30pm

Competitive Pay + Bonus Scheme + Excellent Benefits

Join an Award-Winning Manufacturing Business

Are you an experienced Warehouse or Despatch Operative with a valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck Licence looking for your next opportunity?

Alpha Manufacturing, part of The HEX Group, is one of the UK's leading sheet metal fabrication specialists. Since 1989, we've built our reputation on innovation, quality, and exceptional craftsmanship. Operating from our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Staffordshire, our team of over 200 skilled colleagues designs, prototypes, and manufactures products for customers across a wide range of industries.

Employer of the Year & Business of the Year - Staffordshire Business Awards 2025

Business of the Year - Staffordshire Chambers Business Awards 2026

As our business continues to grow, we're looking for a motivated and reliable Despatch/Warehouse Operative to join our busy team and play a key role in ensuring our products reach customers safely, accurately, and on time.

What You'll Be Doing

As part of our Warehouse and Despatch team, you'll be responsible for supporting the smooth flow of goods through our operation.

Your Duties Will Include

• Picking and packing customer orders accurately and efficiently
• Preparing goods for dispatch, ensuring correct labelling and documentation
• Loading and unloading deliveries safely
• Operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck
• Carrying out stock checks and reporting discrepancies
• Supporting warehouse organisation and housekeeping standards
• Working closely with production and warehouse colleagues to achieve daily targets
• Following all health and safety procedures and best practices
• Assisting with light assembly work when required

What We're Looking For

We're Interested In Hearing From Candidates Who Have

• Previous warehouse, stores, or despatch experience
• A valid Counterbalance FLT licence
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good organisational and time management skills
• A positive, can-do attitude
• The ability to work well within a team
• A willingness to learn and develop new skills
• The capability to undertake manual handling and physical duties

Why Join Alpha Manufacturing?

At Alpha Manufacturing, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We invest in training, development, and creating an environment where colleagues can thrive and build long-term careers.

In Return, You'll Receive

• Competitive salary
• Company bonus scheme
• Permanent morning shift: 6:00am - 2:30pm
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Christmas shutdown
• Health Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Learning and development opportunities
• Long service awards
• Company events and colleague food days
• Free onsite parking
• Career development opportunities within The HEX Group

Alpha Manufacturing and The HEX Group are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences.

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